Patrick vs Zachary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Patrick Rank #221
Zachary Rank #194

Zachary is more popular, ranked #194 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Zachary more popular?

Zachary is more popular, ranked #194 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Zachary mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Zachary means "God has remembered" (Hebrew origin).

Are Patrick and Zachary boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Zachary is primarily a boy name.

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